Female Therapists in Callaway County, MO

There are so many persons struggling with low self-esteem/self-confidence, anxiety, a need to control the people and situations in their lives, a need to "please" or be the "peace maker", who are constantly driven to do more and be more, and who cannot seem to find joy and peace in their lives. These have definitely been issues in my life. At times I felt like I might go crazy. . .but I didn't know how to manage differently so that I could capture moments of peace and solace, without guilt!

My ideal client is an adult, couple, or family that has experienced loss or trauma and wants to feel connected to themselves, those they love, and their community again. The individual/s may be experiencing extreme anxiety, irritability, or depression and have been trying to keep picking themselves up, but are tired and concerned about what their future holds. They often find themselves using a variety of means to numb such as eating, substance use, gambling, pornography, sex, video games, etc. They experience emptiness and feel that they really have no sense of who they are or what they want and often feel alone and disconnected.

You’re sick and tired of fighting all the time about you-can’t-even-remember what, you’re wondering if you can do this for the rest of your life (or whether you should call it quits now), and you’re only here because you want to give this one final shot. This is what I’m here for. I work with poor conflict (excessive or non-existent) couples who are on the brink of separation or divorce and desperately seeking answers to their core question, “is this it?” I can’t guarantee what you’ll decide to do, but I can guarantee that I will be candid, listen thoroughly, and help you figure out what’s really going on in your relationship.

Hi, my name is Shayna. I am a neurodiversity affirming therapist who specializes in ADHD, Autism and Eating Disorders. As an AuDHD'er myself, I combine my lived experience and my vast training to provide the most empathetic and effective strategies to guide you to authentically living according to your needs and values. If you are suffering from depression or anxiety or if you struggle to connect with people and maintain relationships, I can help you learn how to understand yourself and your unique needs and teach you skills on how to create a life that works for you.

What if you could wake up tomorrow and finally feel better? What if you were living the life you truly desired? Therapy allows us to find real solutions to our greatest challenges. Perhaps your relationship or marriage is in a rut, your anxiety has left you paralyzed and fearful, or your depression has kept you in bed for weeks. Whatever your struggle is, I am here to offer a warm, helping hand so that we can help you get back to living your life. I seek to provide a safe space to work through your complex and unique challenges to foster lasting transformation. You weren't meant to merely survive, but to thrive.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with the stressors of everyday life? Anxiety making it hard to do day to day tasks? Experiencing life transitions? I am here to help. Taking the initiative to invest in yourself is a major step and you should feel proud of that. We can work together to establish goals to create the life you want to live. I am experienced in treating anxiety in adolescents, teens and young adults. I am fully trained in perinatal mental health and have a passion for helping pregnant women, new moms, fathers and couples adjust to their new life as parents. I am also certified in EMDR for trauma treatment.

Talking to a therapist is hard; all those emotions are difficult, and being strong all the time for those around you is exhausting. I get it, and I want to make it easier for you. I use interactive techniques that do not leave you sitting on the couch, staring, and not knowing what to say. You came looking at this site for a reason; I believe the reason is that you have suffered long enough and are ready to make a change. Change is scary; you are not alone. I'll be there with you as you make the change. Give me a call.

Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, or depressed? I work with adult clients to develop skills to enhance their ability to cope with stressors, manage their symptoms of mental illness, and find healthier ways to balance life’s needs. I am passionate about empowering the strengths and supporting the goals of the individuals I serve. I utilize a trauma-informed, strengths-based, holistic approach to counseling to focus treatment on your entire self rather than only addressing the symptoms you may be currently experiencing. I am also a Missouri State approved supervisor for pre-licensed counselors seeking LPC licensure.

I have been in practice for 30 years. I have trained extensively in attachment focused traumas that result in Complex PTSD. I have worked extensively with childhood physical/sexual abuse as well as emotional, developmental neglect. I understand the impact of these childhood issues on adult life. I also work effectively with grief. I am looking for clients who want to work through childhood traumas, grief and challenges in life using EMDR. I am interested in clients who want to reconnect with parts of themselves that you dislike or have disowned so you can be a more complete version of yourself.